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MRI Chest - Test, Procedure & Cost

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MRI Chest

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MRI of the chest involves radio waves, a strong magnetic field, and a computer to produce enlarged pictures of the chest from within. It is a non-invasive test that does not use radiation. It is also used to test the functioning of the heart and blood flow. 

Why done? 

MRI Chest produces detailed pictures of the chest cavity, including the chest wall, pleura, heart, and vessels. It is done to analyze and check abnormalities inside the structure of the chest. 

Procedure

The patient is asked to lay flat on his back. Wire coils are placed around his chest, and other rings are attached to the machine, which sends and receives radio waves producing results detected from the device. A computer has images based on these signals. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

The first step involves changing into a hospital gown and getting rid of artificial things such as watches, jewelry, etc. Every MRI test has different guidelines for eating and drinking before the test. So take food and medication as usual unless the doctor advises otherwise. 

Required documents

  • Doctor's prescription slip
  • Documents related to medical history
  • Any valid ID proof for verification

Aftercare 

After MRI Chest, you may undertake everyday work or activities. If the doctor has prescribed a sedative, it is advised to rest for at least 24 hours and stay away of ladies and kids.

Cost of MRI Chest

This test costs around INR 4500-9000 Reach certified diagnostic centre like Ganesh Diagnostic as early as possible for best results.

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Test Type MRI Chest
Includes

MRI Chest (MRI Scan)

Preparation
  • Remove the object that contains Metal, such as Jewellery, Hair Clips, watches, Rings, or any other similar object.
  • You must inform the technologist, radiology nurse, and/or physician if you have allergies, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or are on medication.
  • No fasting is required.
  • Doctor’s Prescription.
  • Bring all documents related to medical history.
  • Carry Your ID Proof.
Reporting

Within 4-6 hours*

Test Price ₹ 4500 ₹ 9000
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
  • MRI takes more time than that taken by CT.
  • MRI scans are less available.
  • In emergency, it is less preferred in case of emergency such as serious injurie or stroke.

MRI scan can show more details of the pericardium, heart, mediastinal vessels and others than a CT scan. MRI scan is therefore a preferred choice in case of superior vena cava obstruction, tumour spread, myocardial invasion, tumour spread into left atrium via pulmonary veins.

MRI chest can help visualise structural and functional abnormalities of the chest without ionising radiation. MRI scan, unlike CT scan, doesn't use any radiation but uses magnetism to produce scan images of the chest region.

Yes, Indications of chest pain in uncertain diagnosis such as for the patient with coronary artery diseases,reinfarction of heart or heart failure.

 

MRI chest can show chest wall, pleura, mediastinum, heart, oesophagus and lungs in the MRI chest images. These scan images can help diagnose various diseases pertaining to the chest.

The MRI scan machine is a large cylindrical machine. For the scan, you need to lay on a scan table that slides into the large cylindrical MRI scanner to take detailed pictures of the structures inside your body. You will be asked to hold breath for a few seconds to take pictures of your chest from certain angles. The MRI scanner makes loud noises while recording the scan images.

MRI chest can take around 15 minutes

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